Nightshade Free Strawberry Honey Jam
Sweet, bright, and deeply jammy, this strawberry spread is everything you want slathered on toast, swirled into yogurt, or spooned over pancakes. Honey steps in as the sweetener here, letting the natural flavor of the strawberries stay front and center without any refined sugar muddying the mix. A squeeze of lemon juice and a little zest sharpen the whole thing beautifully, giving it that classic jam brightness. Arrowroot starch does the thickening work instead of cornstarch or pectin, and it produces a glossy, silky set that looks almost too good to eat. The mashing step is genuinely satisfying — go rustic with a few chunky pieces or mash it smooth, depending on your mood. Because every single ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no second-guessing labels or hunting down specialty products. It keeps well in the fridge and comes together on the stovetop with minimal fuss, making it an easy weekend project with a seriously impressive payoff.
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16 servings
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture begins to bubble, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Use a potato masher or fork to crush the strawberries to your preferred texture — a few larger pieces left in gives a rustic jam, or mash thoroughly for a smoother spread.
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